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4-star hotels in Palm Springs
A shortlist of 15 four-star hotels in Palm Springs, from downtown addresses to quieter spots a few kilometres out. Guest ratings run from 4.3 to a perfect 5.0, so it suits couples, families and anyone weighing a central base against a resort-style stay.
Staying in Palm Springs
Palm Springs pairs a compact, walkable centre with a desert setting that draws visitors for modernist architecture, the Palm Springs Art Museum and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians heritage that shapes the region. The Coachella Valley's dry, sunny climate keeps the city busy year-round, and many travellers use it as a hub for the wider valley and Joshua Tree National Park to the north.
These hotels sit mostly close in: Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel is 0.4 km from the centre on East Tahquitz Canyon Way, and Kimpton Rowan, The Willows and Triada are all within about 1.4 km. Others, such as Hilltop Haven at 3.5 km and Pretty in Pink at Indian Canyons at 4.0 km, trade central convenience for more space. Couples will find several adults-only options, families are served by hotels with family rooms and kids pools, and short-break visitors can pick a downtown address and walk to restaurants and galleries.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hilltop Haven
2275 N Vista Dr, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet on N Vista Dr about 3.5 km from the centre, Hilltop Haven pairs an outdoor pool with free car parking, so you can swim and park without fuss. Its 292 reviews average a perfect 5.0, the highest on this list. It suits guests who want a quiet 4-star base outside the middle of Palm Springs and plan to drive in.
See Hilltop HavenThe Willows Palm Springs
412 W Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe Willows Palm Springs sits on W Tahquitz Canyon Way, 1.4 km from the centre, and adds a garden, a jacuzzi and an outdoor pool to its breakfast and free Wifi. A guest rating of 4.9 across 111 reviews marks it as a favourite. Shuttle service and wheelchair accessibility help guests who want to move around easily; couples and small groups will find the garden setting calm.
See The Willows Palm SpringsVelvet Rope Ps
120 W. Veredasur, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Car parking
Why stay hereVelvet Rope Ps on W. Veredasur brings a casino, a spa and a jacuzzi alongside its outdoor pool and terrace, all about 1.9 km from the centre. Free Wifi and free car parking keep the practical side covered, and 87 reviews give it 4.9. It suits guests who want entertainment and relaxation under one roof rather than a simple place to sleep.
See Velvet Rope PsPalm Springs Tennis Club
701 W Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, United States
- Lounge
- Kitchenette
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePalm Springs Tennis Club offers kitchenette units with free Wifi, a games room and a lounge on W Baristo Rd, 1.7 km from the centre. With 778 reviews averaging 4.6, it has the largest guest following of the smaller properties here. The kitchenette and games room make it a natural fit for families and longer stays where self-catering and indoor space matter.
See Palm Springs Tennis ClubDeepwell Modern
1221 S Paseo De Marcia, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereDeepwell Modern on S Paseo De Marcia combines an outdoor pool with a fitness centre and a golf course, and pets are allowed. Free car parking and free Wifi cover the basics, and it sits 2.1 km from the centre. Its 225 reviews average 4.6. Guests travelling with a dog or planning to golf will get the most from it.
See Deepwell ModernSan Lucas Hideout
1427 E San Lucas Rd, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSan Lucas Hideout on E San Lucas Rd keeps things simple: 4-star classification, free car parking and a location 1.6 km from the centre. Its 2881 reviews are by far the most numerous on this list, averaging 4.5. That volume of feedback makes it a safe pick for travellers who want a straightforward, well-reviewed base close to town and plan to explore by car.
See San Lucas HideoutKimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel by IHG
100 W. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereKimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel by IHG stands on W. Tahquitz Canyon Way, just 1.1 km from the centre, with an outdoor pool, pool bar and restaurant, plus a fitness centre and spa treatments including massage. Pets are allowed and parking is available. A 4.5 rating from 1221 reviews reflects its busy, full-service character, which suits guests who want dining, a pool and a central address in one place.
See Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel by IHGPretty in Pink at Indian Canyons
2320 S Calle Palo Fierro, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay herePretty in Pink at Indian Canyons on S Calle Palo Fierro sets an outdoor pool and fitness centre beside a golf course, with free Wifi and free car parking. Pets are welcome and the address is 4.0 km from the centre, the furthest on this list. Its 949 reviews average 4.5. It suits golfers and pet owners who prefer space at the edge of town over a central location.
See Pretty in Pink at Indian CanyonsARRIVE Palm Springs Adults Only
1551 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereARRIVE Palm Springs Adults Only on North Palm Canyon Drive is 2.3 km from the centre and built for grown-up stays: an outdoor pool, pool bar, jacuzzi and restaurant, with massage and a picnic area. Pets are allowed and free Wifi runs throughout. The 4.5 rating comes from 598 reviews. Couples and groups of friends will appreciate the adults-only policy and the social poolside setting.
See ARRIVE Palm Springs Adults OnlyIngleside Estate Hotel & Bungalows Adults Only
200 W Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereIngleside Estate Hotel & Bungalows Adults Only on W Ramon Rd offers a spa, jacuzzi and outdoor pool within 1.6 km of the centre, plus a restaurant and bar. Free car parking and free Wifi are included, and pets are allowed. Its 394 reviews average 4.5. The adults-only bungalow format and spa facilities suit couples looking for a quieter, more intimate 4-star stay.
See Ingleside Estate Hotel & Bungalows Adults OnlyRenaissance Palm Springs Hotel
888 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereRenaissance Palm Springs Hotel on East Tahquitz Canyon Way is the closest to the centre on this list at 0.4 km, with an outdoor pool, kids pool, pool bar and restaurant. A fitness centre, business centre and family rooms round it out. With 3639 reviews averaging 4.4, it is the busiest property here, and the family rooms and kids pool make it a practical choice for those travelling with children.
See Renaissance Palm Springs HotelThe Sol Lesser Estate
357 Camino Sur Palm Springs, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Sol Lesser Estate on Camino Sur provides an outdoor pool, restaurant and conference hall, with free Wifi and parking, 1.9 km from the centre. Pets are allowed and there are lifts for easier access. A 4.4 rating from 495 reviews backs it up. The conference facilities and pool give it appeal to guests mixing a Palm Springs break with a small meeting or event.
See The Sol Lesser EstateThe Monkey Tree Hotel Adults Only
2388 E Racquet Club Rd Palm Springs Ca 92262 United States 2388 E Racquet Club Rd Palm Springs Ca 92262 Un, Los Angeles, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThe Monkey Tree Hotel Adults Only on East Racquet Club Rd pairs an outdoor pool and salt water pool with a jacuzzi and sauna, plus kitchen and kitchenette options. Free car parking and free Wifi are included, pets are allowed, and it sits 3.3 km from the centre. The 4.4 rating comes from 139 reviews. Adults wanting a relaxed, self-catering stay with wellness facilities will feel at home.
See The Monkey Tree Hotel Adults OnlyMellow Yellow Butterfly
2553 N Kitty Hawk Drive, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereMellow Yellow Butterfly on N Kitty Hawk Drive is a small 4-star option 3.1 km from the centre, offering an outdoor pool, free Wifi and free car parking. Its 44 reviews average 4.6, among the higher scores on the list. With a supermarket nearby, it suits guests who want to stock up and settle in for a quiet, self-sufficient stay away from the busiest streets.
See Mellow Yellow ButterflyTriada Palm Springs Autograph Collection by Marriott
640 North Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Pool bar
Why stay hereTriada Palm Springs Autograph Collection by Marriott on North Indian Canyon Drive is 1.2 km from the centre and offers an outdoor pool, salt water pool and pool bar alongside a fitness centre and restaurant-style room service. Kitchens, free Wifi and parking add flexibility, and pets are allowed. Its 452 reviews average 4.3. Guests who want design-led 4-star comfort with kitchen space will find it here.
See Triada Palm Springs Autograph Collection by Marriott
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Haven | ★★★★ | 5.0 | 292 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 3.5 km |
| The Willows Palm Springs | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 111 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.4 km |
| Velvet Rope Ps | ★★★★ | 4.9 | 87 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 1.9 km |
| Palm Springs Tennis Club | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 778 | – | – | – | – | 1.7 km |
| Deepwell Modern | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 225 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 2.1 km |
| San Lucas Hideout | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 2,881 | Yes | – | – | – | 1.6 km |
| Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel by IHG | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 1,221 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 1.1 km |
| Pretty in Pink at Indian Canyons | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 949 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 4.0 km |
| ARRIVE Palm Springs Adults Only | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 598 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.3 km |
| Ingleside Estate Hotel & Bungalows Adults Only | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 394 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 1.6 km |
| Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 3,639 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| The Sol Lesser Estate | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 495 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 1.9 km |
| The Monkey Tree Hotel Adults Only | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 139 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 3.3 km |
| Mellow Yellow Butterfly | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 44 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 3.1 km |
| Triada Palm Springs Autograph Collection by Marriott | ★★★★ | 4.3 | 452 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 1.2 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Adults-only properties keep things quiet: ARRIVE Palm Springs Adults Only on North Palm Canyon Drive, Ingleside Estate Hotel & Bungalows Adults Only on West Ramon Road, and The Monkey Tree Hotel Adults Only on East Racquet Club Road.
ARRIVE Palm Springs Adults Only · Ingleside Estate Hotel & Bungalows Adults Only · The Monkey Tree Hotel Adults Only
For families
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel lists family rooms and a kids pool and is 0.4 km from the centre. The Willows Palm Springs has a garden, outdoor pool and wheelchair access, while Palm Springs Tennis Club adds a games room and kitchenette, useful for longer stays with children.
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel · The Willows Palm Springs · Palm Springs Tennis Club
Closest to the centre
Four hotels sit within 1.4 km of the centre: Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel at 0.4 km, Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel by IHG at 1.1 km, Triada Palm Springs at 1.2 km and The Willows Palm Springs at 1.4 km. All are 4-star with an outdoor pool; Kimpton Rowan and Triada also have fitness centres and restaurants.
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel · Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel by IHG · Triada Palm Springs Autograph Collection by Marriott · The Willows Palm Springs
Top-rated stays
The highest guest scores belong to Hilltop Haven at 5.0 from 292 reviews, The Willows Palm Springs at 4.9 from 111 reviews and Velvet Rope Ps at 4.9 from 87 reviews. Velvet Rope Ps is the most heavily equipped, with a spa, casino, Jacuzzi and outdoor pool.
Plan your stay
When to go
The most comfortable months are from November to April, when daytime temperatures are mild and ideal for outdoor activities. Summer, from June to September, brings extreme heat, with temperatures often exceeding 100°F (38°C), so plan indoor activities and early mornings if you visit then. Winter and spring also host major events such as the film festival and Modernism Week, which fill the city's hotels.
Questions, answered
Which hotels are closest to downtown Palm Springs?
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel is 0.4 km from the centre, followed by Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel by IHG at 1.1 km, Triada Palm Springs at 1.2 km and The Willows Palm Springs at 1.4 km. All four are 4-star and have an outdoor pool.
Are there adults-only hotels on this shortlist?
Yes. ARRIVE Palm Springs Adults Only, Ingleside Estate Hotel & Bungalows Adults Only and The Monkey Tree Hotel Adults Only are all 4-star, rated 4.5, 4.5 and 4.4 respectively, each with an outdoor pool and Jacuzzi.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Hilltop Haven scores 5.0 out of 5 from 292 reviews, the highest here. The Willows Palm Springs and Velvet Rope Ps follow at 4.9, from 111 and 87 reviews.
Do I need a car in Palm Springs?
Downtown is walkable, but a car helps for the aerial tramway, golf courses and surrounding desert attractions. Ride shares and taxis are also available, and bicycle rentals suit the flat valley floor.
Which hotels suit families?
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel lists family rooms and a kids pool, and Palm Springs Tennis Club has a games room and kitchenette. The Willows Palm Springs offers a garden and outdoor pool.
What is the weather like in Palm Springs?
The climate is desert, with hot summers and mild winters. Summer daytime temperatures often exceed 100°F, while winter days are typically in the 70s°F, making November to April the most comfortable stretch.
Which hotels have a spa or Jacuzzi?
Velvet Rope Ps has a spa and Jacuzzi, Ingleside Estate Hotel & Bungalows Adults Only has a spa and Jacuzzi, and The Willows Palm Springs and The Monkey Tree Hotel Adults Only each list a Jacuzzi.